Photographing a Minimal White Paint—Disconnected Spots on Legs

A disconnected spot on a horse's leg may qualify the animal for inclusion in the APHA's Regular Registry. As the name implies, a disconnected spot is not attached to any other white marking on the horse's leg, but instead is completely surrounded by darker-colored hair.

Use a measuring tapeto document the size of the spot. A flexible measuring tape can also be used to wrap around the contour of the leg. Be sure the numbers are clearly visible in the photo.

Disconnected Spot on the Front Leg

The reference line used to determine if a disconnected spot is a qualifying area runs through the center of the knee, parallel to the ground. When taking the photo of this area, be sure the horse is standing squarely on level ground.

To be a qualifying area, a spot on the front leg must measure in excess of 2 inches, either vertically above or horizontally along the reference line.

Disconnected Spot on the Rear Leg

The reference line for the rear leg is drawn through the point of the hock and parallel with the ground. Once again, when taking these photos be sure your horse is standing squarely on a level surface.

As with the disconnected spot on the front leg, a spot on the rear leg must extend more than 2 inches either vertically above or horizontally along the reference line.

For More Information

As with any matter concerning registration, if you have questions about the photos needed to register your horse, feel free to call APHA at (817) 834-2742, extension 788.